Archives for October 2013

Swirly Halloween Cupcakes

Can you guys believe Halloween is this week?! Gah. I can't even believe it, it doesn't seem real. Especially since we've just moved from a cold climate to a warm climate. BTW for those of you that didn't see on Instagram/Facebook, we've made it to Texas, yay! The bulk of the move is behind us but the downside - we haven't had a single moment to enjoy fall. Zero pumpkins have been carved and ... [ read more... ]

Real Seal Challenge – Cherry Cheesecake Cupcakes

You know - I've always wondered what family, friends, and readers think about our eating habits. Because if you read my posts and keep up with me on any social media, it just may seem like we live off of pretty little cupcakes and treats dipped in sprinkles 24/7. While it's true my kitchen often does resemble a sprinkle factory, we really do eat healthy well balanced meals. Can I let you in on a ... [ read more... ]

Birthday Cake Oreo Truffles

A few weeks ago I was strolling through Wal-Mart looking at some new cake decorating items when I noticed they had several new brands of cake making goodies on the shelves. One of which included some new melting chocolate in flavors! Finding products you love to use in fun new flavors is kinda like Christmas for bakers, I might have done a little happy dance right there in the aisle...and that was ... [ read more... ]

Easy School Spirit Cupcakes

With our oldest now in school it's hard not to start thinking about all the treats I'll be baking for her. Bake sales, PTO meetings, class room parties...the list goes on. A few weeks ago this all came to a reality as she brought home a PTO meeting invitation and her very first fundraiser. Luckily our move date was prior to the fundraiser so she couldn't participate, she was devastated- I was ... [ read more... ]

Slimy Cupcakes

Remember earlier this week when I said anything goes in October? Well today I'm back with another one of those crazy only in October treats! Last year I shared with you guys these Ooey Gooey Slime Filled Cupcakes and they were such a hit. As weird as it is...they might be my favorite cupcakes I've ever made! Ever since I've wanted to try some more "slimy" treats so the very second I thought I ... [ read more... ]

Monster Munch + FREE Printable!

You know what I love about October? Anything goes. You want to fill your cupcakes with slime - perfectly normal. Serve zombie brains to you're guest - well who wouldn't?! Tossing caramel corn and candy ants together - totally allowed. It's it fun? It's my absolute favorite time to create silly treats because anything goes, and people really love it! Try these things in July and well....you're sure ... [ read more... ]

Zombie Brain Truffles Over At Skip To My Lou!

Looking for a perfectly creepy -yet totally delicious- treat for the next Zombie apocalypse? These will do the trick...and maybe for all those Halloween bashes too! ;) Don't let the creepy shell fool you, these little guys are stuffed with Oreo truffle filling! Head on over to Skip To My Lou where I'm hanging out and showing you just how to make these creepy little treats! ... [ read more... ]

Candy Corn Cookies

Eek! It's that time of year...yep the time that I'm totally allowed to fulfill my candy corn obsession. There's just something irresistible about those cute little layers of yellow, orange, and white that keeps my inspirations flowing. You guys know how much I love to share easy to make cookies with you guys - adorable without all the fuss - and these fit right in! Each color is done in ... [ read more... ]